1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 536 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1997 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | Mantis | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
